2014 WINNER: AMERICAN FEDERATION OF ADVERTISING “PELE AWARD”

Mohala Hou Foundation commissioned Emmy Award, Billboard Music, Na Hoku Hanohano Winner – Maui Filmmaker Kenneth K. Martinez Burgmaier of Jazz Alley TV and Hawaii On TV.com Networks to produce a documentary film on Aunty Nona Beamer, the first ever to be done of this legendary Hawaiian matriarch of the Beamer family. The Film: Aunty Nona Beamer-Malama Ko Aloha (Keep Your Love) explores Aunty Nona in her own words, the journey of her life and her fight toward preserving, perpetuating and creating awareness of Hawaiian Culture.

It will serve to educate people around the world about traditional Hawaiian culture and how it can serve as a way of bringing people of all backgrounds together. Some of Hawai‘i’s most respected artists contribute in sharing their own stories and what Aunty Nona Beamer has achieved as being recognized as one of Hawai’i’s Treasures of Aloha.

Maui filmmaker Kenneth K. Martinez Burgmaier Brings home a 2014 American Advertising Federation Bronze Pele Award to Maui for his film Aunty Nona Beamer – Malama Ko Aloha, In the Cinema Advertising Movie Trailers category. The awards ceremony was held Saturday night at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikiki to a sold out crowd.

The First time for a Maui film to win in this category, Burgmaier directed & produced the film. It will have it’s official Maui screening at the 22nd annual celebration of the arts on Mother’s Day at the Ritz- Carlton Kapalua! The film also won am audience award at the Lana’i Film Festival and was selected for the Opening Night film at the 2014 Big Island Film Festival!

Welcome to the Big Island Film Festival at the Mauna Lani Resort Hawaii.
May 24-28, 2012.

At this year’s event you’ll experience brand new films, completed since January 2011. Following the Hawaiian tradition of storytelling, this “Talk Story” film festival screens narrative feature and short films from Hawai‘i and around the world. The something “special” is found in the story and compelling characters created by independent filmmakers.

The Festival takes place in several locations within Mauna Lani Resort, located on the sunny Kohala Coast on the Island’s west side. The resort is approximately 40 minutes from Kona International Airport. Within the resort, events occur at The Shops at Mauna Lani and The Fairmont Orchid, Hawai‘i.

Every year is a unique experience that residents and visitors share. Hawaiian culture and music is infused throughout this event wrapping the entire experience in the spirit of Aloha.

Passes are also available:
Talk Story Film Pass
All films every day including Best of the Fest: $100 per person
Ali‘i Pass
All inclusive films & social events: $400.
Includes the Mayor’s Welcome Reception for Filmmakers & Celebrity guests
(not available by ticket).
Weekend Talk Story Film Pass
Saturday afternoon through Best of the Fest: $60.00
Saturday Film Pass
All films shown on Saturday: $25.00
Thursday Filmmaker Workshops: $50 each
Pre-registration required. Not included in any Pass. See workshop page for details

The Aloha Music Camp is an immersion into the music, dance and culture of Hawaii. Join the Beamer ohana – famed slack key pioneer Keola; his wife Moanalani and Hawaiian language specialist Kaliko Beamer-Trapp, along with some of the most respected na kumu (teachers) – in celebration of the life of the incomparable Nona.

Whether you are studying slack key guitar, aspire to learn the hula, or simply enjoy Hawaii and want to experience the culture firsthand, the Aloha Music Camp offers you an experience unlike any other. Experience the Islands through Hawaiian eyes – you don’t need to be a musician or dancer! If you love Hawaii you will love the Aloha Music Camp.

At the Aloha Music Camp our outstanding staff, will bring you the finest instruction and a broad range of experiences…everything from slack key guitar, Hula, Ukulele, Island Crafts, Language, Cooking..or just hanging loose!!